Boehner wion't allow last American WWI vet to lie in state in U.S. Capitol rotunda

Weiss Pinguin · 03-06-11, 07:11 PM

Apparently Mr. Buckles' daughter is joining in: Last U.S. WWI vet's daughter urges Capitol honor

Personally, I have to ask: Why? Just because he was the last American WWI vet to die? Because he worked hard to ensure veterans' efforts are recognized? I mean no disrespect to Mr. Buckles and his service and sacrifices, but many other veterans made the same service and sacrifices, and many others worked to ensure veterans are given proper recognition and assistance.

I really do admire the man and his service, but is it any less honorable for him to be laid to rest at Arlington? (not that anyone is really saying that) BUT having said that, I am not against his casket being displayed in the Rotunda.

Anyway, I dunno, just my thoughts on it.

03-06-11, 07:11 PM	#8
Weiss Pinguin Ocean Warrior Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Auburn, Alabama Posts: 3,333 Downloads: 101 Uploads: 0	Apparently Mr. Buckles' daughter is joining in: Last U.S. WWI vet's daughter urges Capitol honor Personally, I have to ask: Why? Just because he was the last American WWI vet to die? Because he worked hard to ensure veterans' efforts are recognized? I mean no disrespect to Mr. Buckles and his service and sacrifices, but many other veterans made the same service and sacrifices, and many others worked to ensure veterans are given proper recognition and assistance. I really do admire the man and his service, but is it any less honorable for him to be laid to rest at Arlington? (not that anyone is really saying that) BUT having said that, I am not against his casket being displayed in the Rotunda. Anyway, I dunno, just my thoughts on it. __________________